1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
Because 1953 Fiat 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1900 | 1985 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1900 | Escort |
Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |